Postcode Analysis Carmarthenshire, Wales

MARKET SQUARE, SA20 0AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARKET SQUARE, SA20 0AA.

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Population

187

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SA20 0AA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 46, SA20 0AA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SA20 0AA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Market Square, 0.1km from Llandovery in Llandovery. Administratively it sits within Llandovery ward and the Carmarthen East and Dinefwr constituency.

For families considering a move, SA20 0AA represents residents in this subgroup are typically single or divorced eu-born migrants who live alone. many are aged 25 to 44 and are employed in sales and customer service occupations or are process, plant and machine operatives. a higher than group average proportion identify with the white ethnic group or other asian ethnicities, and many do not speak english very well or well. housing is principally in flats in the social or private rented sector, with households typically overcrowded, and home ownership rare. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for SA20 0AA are sourced from Output Area W00003651 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA20 0AA. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SA20 0AA has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences28
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order4
Other theft4

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Iechyd Da0.1 km
  • Siop Gig Matthews0.1 km
  • Weigh of Life0.0 km
  • CK's Supermarket0.1 km
  • Iechyd Da0.1 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Bear Inn0.0 km
  • The Lord Rhys0.3 km
  • BEAR INN0.0 km
  • Drovers Bed and Breakfast0.0 km
  • KINGS HEAD HOTEL0.0 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Caffi Tudors Cafe0.0 km
  • Coleg Llanymddyfri0.3 km
  • Craft Centre Cafe0.0 km
  • Miz Spice0.2 km
  • Parlwr Te Owls Nest0.8 km
  • + 11 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Judy's0.1 km
  • Juno's Lite Bites0.0 km
  • Mayflower Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Ozzy's Keban & Pizza0.1 km
  • MAYFLOWER CHINESE TAKEAWAY0.2 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Parlwr Te Penygawse0.2 km
  • Gwesty'r Castle0.1 km
  • CASTLE HOTEL0.1 km
  • PENYGAWSE VICTORIAN TEA ROOMS0.2 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative0.6 km
  • Co-operative Group Food Ltd (Ynysyrafon)0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Llandovery0.5 km
  • Llanwrda6.2 km
  • Cynghordy7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Llandovery Car Park0.1 km
  • Llandovery Town Clock0.1 km
  • Llandovery Car Park0.1 km
  • Llandovery Fire Station0.4 km